New Manchester Symphonic Band (FAME BAND II)

ABOUT.
The Intermediate Instrumental Ensemble/Advanced Band course is also known as the Symphonic Band. This group is also known as the FAME BAND II class. The class rigor and expectations are high as the students will be working:

• 12 Major Scales at full range of their instrument
• 40 International Rudiments
• Sight Reading Methods
• Grade IV/V literature
• Solo & Ensemble Performances
• Music Theory
• Intermediate/Advanced instrumental techniques

This is a class for students that were accepted into the FAME program. Students in the FAME band are to participate in the major ensembles for the fall and spring semesters as described in the FAME handbook.

REQUIREMENTS.​

• FAME Audition for band placement
• Working instrument and supplies needed for rehearsals and performances.
• Strong work ethic and personal discipline 
• Private instruction (as needed)
• Minimum of 3hrs of non-NMHS practice logged weekly.
• Students must attend all county level and district level honor band auditions.
  • Students interested in district auditions will pass off with Mr. Chester prior to registration.
• Students must attend a minimum of one GMEA solo and ensemble evaluation
  • Dates are available from Mr. Chester.
• Attendance and on time to all rehearsals and performances.
• Keep and maintain a band portfolio.
• Performance attire (rental or purchased)

SCHEDULE.
All performances and rehearsals will be posted on the our Charms and Band App calendar. Students will be given a Charms account access tutorial and a Band App invitation the first week of school.

MATERIALS.

• 2" 3-ringed binder
  • Band Portfolio
• Sheet protectors
• Instrument care supplies
• Pencil(s)
• See course syllabus for more information.

Symphonic Band Syllabus